Fair Isle Motel

2.5 star property

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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9557 Highway 105, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whycocomagh Provincial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Lake view

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Lake view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Lake view

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Lake view

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Lake view

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Lake view

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Lake view

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About this property

Fair Isle Motel

Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Bras d'Or Lake
Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden.
Fair Isle Motel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

This Whycocomagh motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Fair Isle Motel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bras d'Or Lake. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a snack bar/deli are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bras d'Or Lake and 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
  • Pets welcome for free
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Fair Isle Motel. Self parking is free.

This Whycocomagh motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number STR2526T8228
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia
Fair Isle Motel Motel
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Motel Whycocomagh

Fair Isle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 728 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice to have a REAL pet friendly stop with no fees-bravo! Such a great view and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and had all the amenities described. Lovely view of Bras D'Or from the window or the chair just outside the room. Very cute dogs at the office
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gisele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a lovely view. You could walk about but not for din6, since it's on the highway and it is quite busy. Staff was wonderful. Great to be able to do laundry onsite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yin wa

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and clean. spacious room. Reception was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good, we arrived late at night but they left key for us so check-in and check-out was really smooth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here for 4 nights a few years ago. Liked it so much we added a 5th night this trip. Clean, super comfy beds, excellent wifi, fridge, coffee maker, microwave, kettle and toaster. Super friendly staff too. Doesn't get much better. And a good price to top it 9ff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good lodging and the kitchen, dining room and living room was very pleasant. Super quiet in between units. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Amenities
Great place clean and fantastic location. They are very pet friendly. They have labs and a sign says you might get to meet them. My only complaint was not seeing them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsay, Antigonish

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wenjuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianneke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & welcoming at reception. That’s Nova Scotian hospitality. Many thanks to our host. Rooms are clean & comfortable. Close to Charlene’s Restaurant with the best seafood chowder. We have stayed here before & would do so again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel. It much to do in the area but a great place to stop for the night. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

herb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So happy

Loved the two brother dogs. They greeted everyone so nicely. The beds were comfy. The staff were very friendly. Location perfect. We did the cabot trail from there and also left to see Fort Louisbourg from the hotel. The bathroom door hinges needed lubrication. Thats are minor detail unless you have to go in the middle of the night lol. Eoom was always kept nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel with a beautiful view of the water. Staff were fantastic!! We stayed here on our way off the Cabot Trail. (We did it counter clockwise). Not many restaurants near but a great General store just at the corner down the road with a take out counter and great fresh baking. We chose to get simple sandwiches on their fresh homemade bread. Best sandwich we may have ever had. And try their ‘pocket sandwiches’. Wonderful! Great stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christine and her dogs are delightful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lady at check in!! Very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Manami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with spacious bathroom. Microwave, mini fridge, kettle n coffee. Walking distance to waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was absolutely beautiful, and very clean. The owner is very personable and lovely to speak with. We took our provided outdoor chairs over to a grassy area to enjoy the water view. Out of the 7 hotels we’ve stayed out on this trip, Fair Isle ranks #1.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and efficient. She was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Burlington

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Handy Cabot trail access, local gas & Farmers Daughter Bakery & Gift shop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel to stay in this area. Super clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Good soundproofing in room in spite of noisy neighbors the second night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025